Senior Manager, Internal Audit (San Diego/Hybrid)

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Position Title: Senior Manager, Internal Audit (SOX)

Location: San Diego, CA – Hybrid (hub-based)

Job Description

This is a full-time role, Monday through Friday, with an expectation of 2- 3 in-office days per week and additional on-site presence as needed. The individual must reside in the San Diego area and be able to commute to our corporate offices. Relocation assistance is available and should be completed within a three (3) month period or a mutually agreed upon time.

Reports To: Director, Internal Audit

Position Summary

This role is a senior individual contributor within Illumina’s global Internal Audit function, responsible for leading assigned areas of the SOX compliance program and delivering value-added advisory support during business and process transformation initiatives. The role focuses on evaluating internal controls over financial reporting, assessing risk, and driving practical control and process improvements across the enterprise.

Operating in a global, highly matrixed environment, this role partners closely with Finance, Accounting, IT, and business stakeholders, as well as external auditors. Success requires strong professional judgment, analytical rigor, and the ability to independently navigate complex, evolving processes while influencing outcomes through clear, concise communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead assigned areas of Illumina’s SOX compliance program, serving as the primary liaison for designated processes and owning planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities.